26289 Zip Code, Red Creek

Crime Rate & Statistics

A+

One of the safest zip codes — significantly below-average crime

Safer than 0% of zip codes in Red Creek

Safety at a Glance

Overall Crime High
Low 152 / 300 High
Violent Crime 100
0% below national avg
Property Crime 46
54% below national avg
City Ranking
0%
safer than other
Red Creek zip codes

Check a specific address

in Red Creek

Is 26289 a Safe Zip Code?

Yes — this zip code is extremely safe. Zip code 26289 in Red Creek, WV has a safety grade of A+. The overall crime index is 152, which is 52% above the national average of 100. This zip code is safer than 0% of zip codes in Red Creek.

Looking at specific crime types, assault is the most elevated concern (index: 163, 63% above average), while vehicle theft is the lowest risk (index: 12). Violent crime is a particular area of concern relative to property crime in this zip code.

Highest Risk
Assault · Index 163 (63% above avg)
Lowest Risk
Vehicle Theft · Index 12 (88% below avg)

26289 Crime Breakdown

Crime indices compared to national average (100) and Red Creek city average. Higher values mean more crime.

Crime Type Index vs National Risk Level
Violent Crime
Murder
86 -14% Average
Assault
163 +63% High
Robbery
69 -31% Low
Rape
83 -17% Average
Property Crime
Burglary
114 +14% Moderate
Larceny / Theft
13 -87% Low
Vehicle Theft
12 -88% Low

26289 Crime Map

Crime heatmap based on block-group level data. Red areas indicate higher crime density.

Full Screen Map
Crime Level: Low Below Avg Average Above Avg High

See the crime score for a specific address

26289 Demographics & Context

Population
28
Median Income
$74,151
Home Value
$252,315
Median Age
56
Pop. Density
7/mi²

Education

Bachelor's Degree 12.3%
Graduate Degree 33.5%

Housing

84%
16%
Owner-occupied Renter-occupied

Racial Demographics

White 98%
Black 0.1%
Hispanic 0.6%
Asian 1.5%
26289 Crime Map
Interactive crime heatmap for this zip code
Red Creek Crime Statistics
View all Red Creek neighborhoods & city-wide data

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Zip code 26289, Red Creek?

Zip code 26289 in Red Creek, WV has a crime safety grade of A+ as of 2026. The overall crime index is 152, which is 52% above the national average. Zip code 26289 is safer than 0% of neighborhoods in Red Creek.

Is Zip code 26289 a safe neighborhood in Red Creek?

Zip code 26289 is generally considered a safe neighborhood in Red Creek, earning a crime grade of A+. The highest concern is Assault (index: 163), while Vehicle Theft is the lowest risk (index: 12). It is one of the safest neighborhoods in Red Creek.

What type of crime is most common in Zip code 26289?

The most prevalent crime type in Zip code 26289 is Assault, with a crime index of 163 (63% above the national average). Violent crime is a particular concern in this neighborhood relative to property crime.

What are the demographics of Zip code 26289?

Zip code 26289 has a population of approximately 28. The median household income is $74,151. The median home value is $252,315. Research shows that economic factors can correlate with crime rates, though many other variables play a role in neighborhood safety.

How does Zip code 26289 crime compare to the national average?

Zip code 26289's overall crime rate is 52% above the national average (index 152 vs 100). Within Red Creek, it is safer than 0% of neighborhoods. For the most accurate picture, review the per-crime-type breakdown above, as some categories may differ significantly from the overall trend.

Crime data sourced from FBI UCR reports and local law enforcement agencies. Crime indices use 100 as the national average. Updated April 2026.